Find the Best 235/55R19 Tires for Your Vehicle

The 235/55R19 size is commonly found on mid-size luxury SUVs and crossovers including the BMW X3, Audi Q5, Mercedes GLC-Class, Acura MDX, Lexus NX, and Volvo XC60. Some high-trim luxury sedans may also use this size.

235 indicates the tire width of 235 millimeters, 55 represents the aspect ratio meaning the sidewall height is 55% of the width (129.25mm), R denotes radial construction, and 19 specifies the rim diameter in inches.

Price ranges vary significantly: budget tires $180-220, mid-range options $220-300, and premium performance tires $300-450 per tire. Installation and balancing add approximately $25-40 per tire.

Load indexes typically range from 101-105, providing weight capacities of 1,819-2,039 pounds per tire. Most applications use load index 103 (1,929 lbs) which suits mid-size SUV requirements.

Yes, this size has good availability in dedicated winter tires from major brands like Michelin X-Ice, Continental WinterContact, and Bridgestone Blizzak, though selection is more limited than popular sedan sizes.

Rotation should occur every 5,000-6,000 miles using a front-to-back pattern for non-directional tires, or side-to-side for vehicles with identical front/rear tire sizes and directional tread patterns.

This size provides a good balance of comfort and performance with moderate road noise transmission, responsive handling due to the 19-inch wheel diameter, and reasonable impact absorption from the 55% aspect ratio sidewall.